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Scenario

When protecting children from discomfort prevents necessary growth

My 9-year-old refuses to go to school most mornings and I let her stay home because forced education felt traumatic, but now she can barely read.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Some struggles are essential for development, and avoiding them entirely can cause more harm than the original discomfort.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Permissive parenting and its outcomes?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.